Upcoming Events
21 May
Creating Next Generation Sikh Institutions
Webinar ID: 683692241
Liv Sikhi Webinar
11:00 am - 12:30 pm CST
22 May
Reviving Gurduara
5:30 - 7:00pm IST
Guru Nanak Satsang Sabha
New Delhi, India
28 May
Panthak Living - Our responsibility to the Panth
3:45 - 4:15pm EST
Sikh Youth Alliance of North America Retreat
Holly, MI, USA
29 May
Sarbat Khalsa
10:30am - 12:30pm EST
Sikh Youth Alliance of North America Retreat
Holly, MI, USA
June 2011
4 June
Getting to Know Vahiguru
10:00 - 10:50am EDT
Singh Sabha Gurdwara
Fairfax, VA, USA
4 June
Sikh Ghallughara
12:00 - 2:00pm EDT
Singh Sabha Gurdwara
Fairfax, VA, USA
4 June
Nurturing a Sikh Child
2:30 - 4:00pm EDT
Singh Sabha Gurdwara
Fairfax, VA, USA
4 June
June 1984: An Attempted Suppression of a Nation
12:00 -3:00pm EDT
Brampton, ON, Canada
25 Jun - 9 Jul
Sidak: Faith. Courage. Discipline.
San Antonio, TX, USA
July 2011
23 July
The Janeu story
Webinar ID: 274979496
Liv Sikhi Webinar
11:00 am - 12:30 pm CST
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The Time is Now!
Start Checking Off Your List Today!
May 31, 2011. The deadline for Sidak applications is approaching fast! But there's still plenty of time to get your application started to join us in San Antonio June 25 - July 9 for Sidak 2011!
Sidak is an unforgettable two-week experience, filled with classroom sessions, leadership development seminars, daily divans, new friends, delicious food and a supportive sangat of instructors and local volunteers who will be there for you long after you’ve gotten on the plane to go home.
Harleen Kaur Jassal, an alumna of the Gurmukhi 101 track, summed up her Sidak experience: "[Sidak] has really given me the tools to further my study of Gurbani. This experience has really given me the motivation to be a more active Sikh. Overall, I feel as though this program is life changing – new information, new perspectives, new people."
We have a video, a sample schedule, answers to FAQs, and a story from a past Sidaker to help you decide which track is right for you this year! We can even connect you with a Sidak alum over the phone or through e-mail if you like! But don’t delay, the time is now to get your application started.
Tuition assistance is available-- let us know you’re interested by e-mailing sidak@sikhri.org
See you in San Antonio this summer!
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Strengthening Sikh Families
Trips to Ontario & DC Showcase Programming for Children, Teens, Parents & Educators
Over three weeks in April and early May, SikhRI reached more than 700 people with a wide variety of programming at Gurduaras, Gurmat and Panjabi Schools and some private schools in cities in Ontario and around the DC-area. With several "Getting to Know Vahiguru" workshops for young children, seminars on the environment and being a Sikh teenager in America, as well as programming for parents of Sikh children, and a teacher training for educators-- there was something for everyone over the busy schedule of events!
Jasmine Kaur, SikhRI's director of education, facilitated the tour and said that she was very pleased with the way the wide variety of programming was received by the different audiences. “The message we try to impart in the workshops and presentations always comes back to developing ways to become Guru-centered in their daily life by speaking to the sorts of ideas and challenges that everyone encounters at different points in their development as Sikhs,” said Jasmine Kaur. “Reaching people isn’t just about getting them in the room for a few hours one afternoon, it’s about providing them with tools and information they can use and build on long after they leave.”
You can click here to read the press release "Interactive Educational Events Strengthen Sikh Families," which includes pictures, voices from participants and organizers, and links to video testimonial. You can also check out our album on Facebook to see lots of fun photos from the events over the two weeks in Ontario.
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Discussing Sikh Education
SikhRI Discusses Plans to Meet Community Needs for Sikh Education
On 15 May, Inderpreet Singh and Jasmine Kaur spoke together at the Boston Sikh Sangat Society. Their talk covered the ways that having strong educational material and programming is important to developing and maintaining healthy Sikh communities. They also talked about the ways SikhRI is working to meet the educational needs of communities everywhere.
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Upcoming Webinar
"Creating the Next Generation of Sikh Institutions"
This Saturday, May 21 from 12-1:30 EST, Kulvir Singh Gill will present the Liv webinar "Creating the Next Generation of Sikh Institutions." The webinar will use his own experiences working with the Seva Food Bank, founded in September 2010, to explore the ways that Sikhs can become involved in the process of developing leaders and institutions which will influence their communities in the coming years.
The webinar is perfect for those who are looking to get involved in this development work, who are interested in improving the profile of Sikhi in mainstream society through volunteer work, and those looking to contribute to their local communities in meaningful and sustainable ways.
Registration is free, but you will need to get signed up so we can provide you with a link to join the webinar this Saturday.
Liv webinars are offered at least once a month, and SikhRI covers all registration costs! So all you have to do is show up for a topic that's interesting to you and join in the global learning experience!
While webinars are offered to the public free of charge, they are not free of cost to SikhRI. Donations of any amount in support of Liv are always gratefully accepted. There is also the option to sponsor a webinar as an individual or organization! A great team-building exercise in the workplace or a gift in honor of someone special!
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Job Opening
Seeking: Executive Director
The Sikh Research Institute (SikhRI) is currently seeking to fill the position of an Executive Director (ED) to lead and direct the growth of the organization. The successful candidate, who will be based in a North American metropolitan area of his or her choice, will lead SikhRI and be responsible for providing direction to the staff.
The primary tasks of the ED will be fundraising, managing the operations and administration of the organization while working closely with the Board of Directors and staff. A highly competitive salary commensurate with experience is provided, along with flexibility of work location. Benefits include vacation, holidays, sick days and insurance (medical, LTD, STD, Life & Accidental).
We welcome applications from candidates in other industries such as consulting and banking who are looking for a meaningful career to serve the Panth.
Click Here for complete details
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Articles
Harinder Singh had an article, "Introspection: Preparing for Canada's May 2 Federal Election," published on sikhchic.com. Rather than endorsing specific candidates, Harinder Singh explored the great challenges and responsibilities that voting entails, drawing inspiration from Gurbani and civics. Though the election is over, there's still plenty of thought-provoking material!
Jasmine Kaur was quoted in an LA Times article, "Holding on to the Sikh Heritage in the US." The piece covers the rise of Gurmat and Panjabi schools in the US, language curriculum, and other ways that the Sikh community makes cultural and historical education an important part of daily life for children, ensuring that Sikhi remains strong and vibrant in the US.
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Thank Yous
Sikh Research Institute exists to serve the community's education needs. As we strive to fulfill our mission of empowerment through education, we cannot be successful without the endless support of volunteers. Thank you to all of our volunteers this month who continue to inspire us with their strength, dedication, and passion!
Baljeet Singh, Darshan Singh, Gajinder Singh, Gulbadan Kaur, Guru Angad Institute of Sikh Studies, Guru Nanak Foundation of America, Harjinder Singh, Harmeet Singh, Harpreet Singh Gill, Inderjit Kaur, Inderpal Kaur, Inderjeet Kaur Bhalla, Inderpreet Singh, Kavi Raj Singh, Khalsa Montessori School, Kulvir Singh Gill, Ranvir Singh, Sher Singh, Sikh Lehar Education Center, Sikh Coalition, Simran Kaur Jassal, and United Sikhs.
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